Designs on good engineering
Good design is paramount in engineering, says Andrew Fairburn, director of civil and structural engineer RWO, who says success lies in creating sustainable pla…
Critical issues will define the industry’s success
HBF executive chairman Stewart Baseley rounds up developments in some of the key challenges and initiatives affecting the industry i
The innovation of change
Arcadis partner Richard Jones looks at the events in the past 100 years or more that have affected the way the industry operates
Sensible approach needed on Residential Property Developer Tax
HBF policy director David O’Leary takes a detailed look at the new Residential Property Developer Tax
20 years of Land Remediation Relief - has it delivered?
Robert Jones, associate director at Gateley Capitus, looks at the success, or otherwise, of this 20-year-old tax relief and how it may be improved
Why these latest planning reforms could propel us towards our targets
Stuart Law, ceo of Assetz Group, is hopeful that reforms announced in the Queen’s Speech will finally push the industry towards its homes target
What Part L 2021 means for insulation specification
James Hulbert, head of housing at Knauf Insulation, looks in detail at the very real challenges of the new Part L
Why connectivity is key for smart BTR developments
Liam McAvoy, managing director – business development at Hyperoptic, highlights the importance of quality WiFi and connectivity to residents
The role of brand in residential marketing
Kelly Haupt, group account director at Aylesworth Fleming, says that now is the time to focus on your brand to woo the next generation of buyers
First Homes – a strong and bold initiative
A new form of affordable housing, First Homes, will come into effect soon. Matt Hare, partner at Carter Jonas (Cambridge), takes a look at what is it, and how …
